Maytag dryer door not closing
Common reasons your Maytag dryer door is not closing
The most common reasons your Maytag dryer door is not closing are a bent door hinge, worn door seal or a defective power supply board.
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Door Hinge12% of the time it's the
Door Seal4% of the time it's the
Power Supply Board17% of the time it's the
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Maytag dryer
Door Hinge Replacement
When the dryer door won’t close, check for a bent door hinge. A bent or damaged door hinge can keep the dryer door strike from pushing into the door catch to keep the dryer door shut during the cycle. Replacing the dryer door hinge and adjusting the door so it closes properly can get complicated. When your dryer door won’t close, have a Sears Home Services Technician fix the problem.
Door Seal Replacement
A worn door seal can get loose and bunch up to prevent the dryer door from closing. The door seal fits around the outside of the dryer door or is attached around the opening to the drum. The door seal prevents heat from escaping during the drying cycle. Eventually, the door seal can wear out. When the dryer door won’t close, check the door seal for excessive wear or damage. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert replace the door seal when it’s worn or damaged.
Power Supply Board Replacement
A defective power supply board can cause the electronic control board to detect that the dryer door is not closing. Even though the dryer door is shut completely, the dryer won’t start unless the electronic control board senses that the door is closed. A defective power supply board can cause the electronic control board to detect an open door even when it’s shut. When your dryer won’t start and it indicates that the dryer door is open even though the door is shut, have a Sears Home Services Technician visit your home and check the dryer. The technician will replace the power supply board if it’s defective.
Why is my Maytag dryer door not closing properly?
Debris caught in the door catch or broken components can prevent your Maytag dryer door from closing properly.
Check for debris in the door catch
Look for foreign objects caught in the door catch that could be blocking the door strike from entering and engaging with the door catch.
Clear debris out of the door catch if you find any.
This may allow the dryer door to close properly.
Examine the door strike
Check the door strike. If it’s bent, use pliers to carefully bend it back so it properly engages the door catch.
If the door strike is damaged, replace it.
Check the door catch
Examine the door catch and replace it if it’s damaged.
These tips will likely help you resolve the problem with your dryer door not closing properly.
If you’re unable to find and fix the cause of the problem on your own, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to resolve the issue.
What to expect when you experience a Maytag dryer door not closing issue
How is the door not closing problem fixed?
Correcting most door not closing problems usually involves replacing the door hinge, door seal or power supply board. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dryer door that is not closing
When the dryer door is not closing it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dryer failures.
What to look out for with a dryer door not closing diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dryer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
A Maytag dryer door that won't shut securely keeps the machine from running properly and may lead to heat loss. Slamming the door risks damage to latches and hinges. Instead, schedule a dryer repair near me visit for accurate latch or hinge fixes. A tight seal preserves consistent drying.
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A dryer drum is the main interior component of a clothes dryer where clothes are placed to be dried. It rotates during the drying cycle, allowing heated air to circulate through the clothes.
A dryer filter, commonly known as a lint filter, is a component of a clothes dryer that captures lint and other debris from clothes during the drying process, preventing them from clogging the dryer vent.
A dryer pedestal is a platform that elevates a dryer off the ground, making it easier to load and unload laundry while also providing additional storage space in some models.
A dryer rack is an accessory for clothes dryers that provides a stationary platform to dry items without tumbling, ideal for delicate or bulky items, or shoes that might be damaged by the usual drying cycle.
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